It's been a year since Russia's President Vladimir Putin mobilized over 100,000 troops along Ukraine's border, signalling a possible full-scale attack.
The tensions between the two countries cast a shadow of uncertainty over global markets, particularly in the energy, material, industrial, and cybersecurity sectors.
The fighting in Ukraine continues unabated as these industries have had a roller coaster of ups and downs over the past year.
As investors reflect on the events of the past year and the impact they've had on the global economy, it's worth looking at the current state of these key sectors.
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Energy: The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund XLE returned 22.46% to investors over the year, though some oil stocks delivered greater returns.
Materials: The Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund XLB had a volatile year. The index broke even over a one-year time frame in September, and almost returned to its lowest point in September. The XLB is down 0.35% from a year ago.
Industrials: The SPDR Fund XLI, like the XLB, has had a volatile year. The index was up by 1.4% from a year ago.
Cybersecurity: The SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF FITE, focusing on companies whose products and services are driving innovation behind future security, includes the areas of cybersecurity, advanced border security, and others, is down nearly 3% from a year ago.
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